Strengthening Families Program Coordinator

Position Summary

Midcoast Youth Center (MYC) is seeking a passionate and organized Strengthening Families Program (10-14) Coordinator to lead implementation of an evidence-based family engagement and prevention program serving families with youth ages 10-14.

The Coordinator will recruit, engage, and support facilators and families through the seven-session Strengthening Families Program (SFP 10-14), helping strengthen family relationships, improve communication, build parenting skills, and increase youth resiliency. This position will serve as the primary coordinator and program champion, working closely with schools, community partners, and MYC staff to successfully deliver the program to 30-40 local families annually.

The ideal candidate is an engaging relationship-builder who believes strong families are the foundation of healthy communities and who is comfortable working with both youth and adults in group settings.

Essential Responsibilities

Program Coordination & Delivery

• Coordinate all aspects of the Strengthening Families Program 10-14.
• Support the facilitation of weekly parent, youth, and family sessions.
• Ensure program fidelity and adherence to the SF10-14 curriculum.
• Organize schedules, locations, materials, meals, childcare, and transportation supports as needed.
• Coordinate volunteer facilitators and guest presenters
• Represnt MYC as the liason and main point of contact for facilitators.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive environment for all participating families.

Family Recruitment & Engagement

• Recruit and enroll 30-40 families annually.
• Build referral partnerships with local schools, counselors, social service agencies, and community organizations.
• Conduct outreach and orientation meetings with prospective families.
• Maintain regular communication with participating families to encourage attendance and retention.
• Address barriers to participation through problem-solving and resource connections.

Data Collection & Reporting

• Maintain participant records and attendance data.
• Administer required pre- and post-program evaluations.
• Track program outcomes and family engagement metrics.
• Prepare reports for MYC leadership and grant funders.
• Assist with grant-related documentation and outcome reporting.

Community Partnership Development

• Serve as MYC's lead contact for schools, health providers, and family-serving agencies related to the program.
• Strengthen community awareness of family support services.
• Represent MYC at community meetings and collaborative initiatives when appropriate to promote the program.

Program Growth & Sustainability

• Identify opportunities to increase participation and program impact.
• Assist with grant reporting and future funding opportunities.
• Provide recommendations for ongoing family engagement initiatives at MYC.

Qualifications Required

• Associates degree or equivalent experience in education, social work, counseling, youth development, public health, family services, or a related field.
• Experience working with youth, families, or community-based programs.
• Strong group facilitation and communication skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with diverse families.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel locally.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience facilitating evidence-based prevention or family programs.
• Experience with data collection and grant reporting.
• Familiarity with local schools and family-serving agencies in Sagadahoc and surrounding counties.
• Experience in trauma-informed and strength-based approaches.

Key Competencies

• Family engagement
• Group facilitation
• Youth development
• Relationship building
• Cultural humility
• Organization and time management
• Problem-solving
• Community collaboration
• Program evaluation

Success Metrics (Year One)

The successful candidate will:

• Recruit and enroll 30-40 families annually.
• Maintain at least 75% family completion rates.
• Deliver multiple SF 10-14 cohorts with fidelity.
• Establish referral partnerships with local schools and community agencies.
• Demonstrate positive participant outcomes through program evaluations.
• Develop a sustainable annual implementation plan for continued program growth.

Join us in this rewarding role where your leadership can transform families’ lives! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and promotes growth. If you are passionate about empowering communities through innovative programs and possess the skills outlined above, we encourage you to apply.

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15.0 – 17.0 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $25